Amazon - Graduate Area Manager - Slovakia

Job DescriptionDo you aim to have a dynamic impact on the
world?Do you want to go beyond what’s possible?Are you up
for creating solutions and solving tomorrow’s problems today?Would
you like to work as part of an innovative, fast-paced and motivated team?

We are seeking Area Managers to join our vast fulfillment and operations
network, in various locations across the EU; positive, self-motivated
individuals with just the right combination of leadership skills and
professional business acumen.

In short, leaders who aren’t afraid of rolling up their sleeves to get
the job done.

About the job and responsibilities:You’ll be responsible for
inspiring, supportive leadership in one of the following return centre
teams.

In the logistics team you enter and lead, we’ll be entrusting a big team
of associates to you. Elsewhere in the industry, this kind of
opportunity isn’t often presented to graduates fresh out of college. At
Amazon, however, we trust the people we hire; we’re not about to try and
be conventional.

Acting as a beacon of leadership, motivation and inspiration, you’ll be
responsible for the training and integration of your team, while driving
forward progress. This symbiotic relationship will also make this
position all the more rewarding and impactful, as you strive for
excellence together with the team you manage.

All the while, you’ll exercise sound judgement, making sure progress and
targets are realistic and achievable. And it’ll be worth it: the impact
you could have, within one of the biggest, most innovative companies on
planet Earth, won’t go unnoticed. With us, you can have a hand in
creating the future.

What you need to know:This position is made for persuasive
and natural leaders: from day one, you’ll need to strike a balance as
you transition into your leadership role. Just the right amount of
assertiveness, but balanced at all times with a tactful, respectful
demeanor. That’s how you’ll rapidly earn the trust of your brand new
team. But you’ll never be alone in this transition: Amazon offers
industry-leading coaching and training support to aid your progress.

Basic Qualifications:

Your profile :• You obtained or working towards Bachelor’s
Degree (preferably in logistics, engineer, business),• A strong team
player, you thrive when working with others,• You possess
demonstrable problem solving and analytical capabilities,• Decisive
when necessary, you’re able to act quickly in a fast-paced environment,•
You’re an innovative thinker and a great motivator,•
Flexibility to relocate for the position if needed• Willing to work
in non traditional shift pattern which may include nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:• Previous work experience in a
distribution centre or warehouse is a nice to have

Amazon UK Services Ltd Interview Reviews

The initial phone interview lasted around 40 minutes, including time at the end for me to ask questions about the role and the company.
The first questions were biographical, ensuring the details on your CV concerning your education were correct

The 20 minute telephone interview took part with a Senior Digital Account Manager and it was general but also competency based and also a chance for the interviewer to describe the role in more detail and a chance to ask questions at the end.

The interview consisted of someone going through your CV with you in detail asking you about your experience in sales and also why you think you are suited to this role. If successful in this stage a lady will send you an email confirming the second